Are you not sure you’re ready to parent right now as you face an unexpected pregnancy? Wherever you are in your pregnancy options journey, you are not alone.
At Pathway to Hope, we can help you get your most pressing options questions answered and help you make an informed decision for your future. We’re here to talk in a confidential, no-pressure, safe space. Get the facts today.
1. Adoption
Adoption is the legal process of the legal process that gives an adoptive couple or person the permanent rights and responsibilities of a parent to a child who is not their biological child.
There are three adoption plans to choose from: open, semi-open, or closed. Each option gives the birth mother the choice of being part of her child’s life or keeping her identity private. Here is more information about the three types of adoption plans:
- Open adoption: an open adoption allows the birth mother to choose the child’s adoptive family and form a relationship with them. Communication can occur through phone calls, letters, or regular visits.
- Semi-open adoption: similar to open adoption, semi-open adoption allows the birth mother to have contact with the adoptive family, but all communication is carried out via a third party, like an adoption agency or attorney.
- Closed adoption: closed adoption is the most private plan, as it ensures that all identifying records are sealed. The birth mother remains anonymous, with no contact between her and the adoptive family.
2. Abortion
Abortion is a serious medical decision that works to terminate an existing pregnancy. There are two main types of abortion procedures: surgical abortion and medical abortion (also called the abortion pill).
It’s important to consider the physical risks of this option. Some women experience both physical and psychological effects of abortion. Possible risks of medical abortion include:
- Incomplete abortion, which may need to be followed by surgical treatment
- An ongoing pregnancy if the procedure doesn’t work
- Heavy and prolonged bleeding
- Infection
- Fever
- Digestive system discomfort
Possible risks of surgical abortion (done later in pregnancy) include damage to the womb or cervix, uterine perforation (accidentally putting a hole in the uterus with one of the instruments used), infection, excessive bleeding, and more.
Find Clarity at Pathway to Hope
Our team is here to walk alongside you in this unexpected time. Gain the clarity you need to move forward. At Pathway to Hope, we offer a full range of services to help you make the best decisions for the future.
Contact us today to schedule a free and confidential pregnancy test to begin the process. We will provide a free consultation to share your pregnancy details, options, and our free resources and programs.
